Utah Dog Bite Lawyer FAQ

BAM Injury Law represents dog bite victims throughout Utah. Attorney Kigan Martineau handles dog bite and animal attack injury claims in Salt Lake County and statewide. Call (801) 839-5652 for a free consultation.

Can I sue for a dog bite injury in Utah?

Yes. Utah follows a strict liability rule for dog bite injuries under Utah Code Section 18-1-1. This means the dog's owner is liable for injuries caused by their dog regardless of whether the dog had ever bitten anyone before. There is no "one-bite rule" in Utah. You do not need to prove the owner knew the dog was dangerous.

To recover compensation under Utah's dog bite statute, you must show that you were lawfully on the property where the bite occurred (or in a public place) and that the dog's bite caused your injuries. Provocation is a defense -- if you provoked the dog, your compensation may be reduced or eliminated under Utah's comparative fault rules.

Recoverable damages include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, scarring and disfigurement, and emotional distress. Utah's statute of limitations for dog bite claims is four years from the date of the injury under Utah Code Section 78B-2-307.

What to Do After a Dog Bite in Utah

• Seek medical treatment immediately
• Report the bite to Salt Lake County Animal Services or your local animal control
• Photograph the injuries and the location where the bite occurred
• Get the dog owner's name, address, and homeowner's or renter's insurance information
• Call BAM Injury Law before speaking with the owner's insurer

Contact a Utah Dog Bite Lawyer

Call BAM Injury Law at (801) 839-5652 or visit 310 E 4500 S Suite 550, Murray, UT 84107. No fee unless we win.